The Marquis nameplate was new at Mercury in 1967. It would be a fixture for two decades, standing for luxury (and sometimes performance). In 1967, it was only offered as a 2-door hardtop with a formal roofline. The seller… more»
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New Floors: 1962 Chevy II Nova Wagon
Those old station wagons keep rollin’, and interest in them shows no sign of abatement. Still, does that include all old wagons? I guess it’s a case-by-case study. Take today’s find, for example, it’s a 1962 Chevrolet Chevy II… more»
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V4 Fun: 1967 Saab 96
This 1967 Saab 96 is a very tidy example of the cheap and cheerful model produced by the Swedish manufacturer between 1960 and 1980. It’s being sold on eBay by Park Place LTD in Bellevue, Washington (near Seattle). The… more»
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Nicest One Left? 1996 Saturn Series-S 47k Miles
When General Motors was looking to launch the new Saturn division, it was said to be a “different kind of company.” And when the Saturn S-Series debuted in 1991, it was marketed as a “different kind of car”. And… more»
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Tri-Five Shorty: 1956 Chevrolet Station Wagon
In a world where bigger is often considered better, someone took the opposite approach here and gave this 1956 Chevrolet a significant haircut. Based on the trim and dash, I believe it may have begun life as a 210… more»
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1-Of-238: 1975 Dodge Charger Daytona
The Dodge Charger was all-new in 1975, but a closer look reveals that it was a Chrysler Cordoba in Dodge apparel. And the Charger Daytona was a limited production option on the Special Edition that caught the attention of… more»
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Ready for RADwood: 1985 Toyota Celica GT-S Liftback
Better late than never, and better than many. That’s the story of Japan’s pony car, introduced almost six years after Ford’s Mustang. Toyota’s Celica headed straight for American shores, with the same long-hood/short-deck/sports-car feeling that the Mustang served up…. more»
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11k Mile Survivor: 1990 Nissan 300ZX
Perhaps it is a sign of aging, but the thirty-five years since 1990 seem to have passed in a flash. That is when this Nissan 300ZX rolled off the line. Time has treated it incredibly kindly, although the fact… more»
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No Reserve: 49k Mile 1967 Mercury Cougar
It’s interesting how some classics make an unforgettable first impression. I clearly remember the first time I saw a 1967 Mercury Cougar, because I was immediately drawn to its front styling with concealed headlamps. This Cougar features that styling… more»
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42k Original Miles: 1973 Datsun 240Z
During the 1970s and 1980s, the Datsun 240Z became a prime candidate for modifications. Owners often added aftermarket wheels, stereos, and swapped the standard carburetors for Webers or Dellortos. However, this 1973 example has avoided those hazards and hasn’t… more»
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Running And Driving Project: 1964 Chrysler 300
If you read barn finds, chances are at least 50/50 that you’re a bargain hunter. I fall for it every time; I’m a sucker for the “running project.” At least time has made me aware of my weaknesses, and… more»
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Tri-Power Equipped: 1967 Pontiac Grand Prix
If you keep an open mind about the subject of modified classics, this 1967 Pontiac Grand Prix deserves a close look. Its appearance is very tidy, and the buyer doesn’t have to deal with rust issues. However, the engine… more»
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Tidy Drop Top: 1967 Ford Fairlane XL Convertible
There is nothing like slipping behind the wheel of a classic Convertible on a fine day. With the sun on your back and the wind in your hair, life doesn’t get much better than that. Someone will enjoy that… more»
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Orange Nova Alternative: 1973 Buick Apollo
The Apollo was Buick’s badge-engineered version of the popular Chevrolet Nova. By 1973, the only small cars Buick had to sell were imported by Opel. So, Buick followed Pontiac (Ventura) into the compact car space by “cloning” the Nova… more»
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Original 454/4-Speed: 1973 Chevrolet Corvette
This 1973 Chevrolet Corvette ticks so many desirable boxes that it is impossible to choose its greatest attribute. It is a two-owner vehicle that presents superbly following a meticulous restoration. It has a genuine 40,000 miles showing on its… more»
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BF Auction: 1979 Cadillac Coupe DeVille
The “downsized” full-size Cadillacs that were introduced in 1977 were a huge success; for example, take this 1979 Coupe DeVille, now being offered as a Barn Finds Auction located in Santa Rosa, California. In that model year alone, 121,890 Coupe DeVilles… more»
